Controller

RANDY C. SCHMITZ

** ******** **, *******, ** ****3 201-***-**** adje9r@r.postjobfree.com

High Energy Controller

** **** ***** ** ********* in providing all levels of leadership and support in day to day financial aspects of a corporation, with the ability to train and supervise accounting and operational staff. Demonstrated the ability to proactively identify financial issues and resolve conflicts.

Targeted Business Skills

Risk Analysis, Financial Statement Preparation, Annual Budget Preparation, Monthly Financial Statement Preparation, Fixed Asset Analysis, Human Resource Management, Staffing Selection, Construction Projects, Year End and Tax Preparation, Accounting System Procedural Implementation and Forensic Accounting.

Education

Bachelor of Science – Major in Accounting 1992

William Paterson University, Wayne, N.J.

Experience

PC Tan Inc /Milco Inc June 2019 to present

Tanning Distributor- Ridgefield, NJ

Controller

Install effective Accounting policies and procedures through revamping processes

Reorganized all accounting functions and reporting by utilizing computer programs

Monthly Cash management and forecasting

Produce monthly financial statements

Process and completed PPP and EIDL Loans- PPP 100% forgiveness

Liaison with external banks for loans and credit line obligations

Picasso Lighting/Apelio Innovative Industries February 2014-Current

Lighting Manufacturer- Kearny, NJ

Controller (part time)

Reestablish sound accounting system by implementing GAAP procedures

Installed HR department thru training of current staff and complied employee handwork

Analyzed current staffing and reduced PR by restructuring of departments

Review and Streamline WIP for cost reduction in procedures with Senior Management

Prepared Annual reports for upper management and year end documents/supporting schedules for outside accounting firm

Produce monthly financial statements and review with ownership- discrepancies & variances

Ampal Restaurant Group March 2011-February 2014

Franchise Restaurant Ownership- Green Brook, NJ

Controller (part time turned to full time)

Compiled and submitted monthly/quarterly financial statements and bonus analysis for ownership analysis

Complete Installation of accounting system for startup company- software and departmental procedures

Appraised construction A1A forms for Maryland and New Jersey Construction projects to ensure accuracy and percentage completion

Negotiated and procured outside vendor service contracts: R&M, COGS and Fixed Costs

Liaison to CPA firm for semiannual and annual review of accounting procedures to ensure GAAP compliance- A+ rating

Eden Marketplace December 2009- January 2014

Grocery Store- South Orange NJ

Controller (full time turned to part time)

Reestablished sound accounting department by evaluating current staff and maximizing potential by streamlining responsibilities and instituted quarterly employee evaluation system

Reduced non operating expenses by 7% through analyzing direct cost of sales and operating expenses ensuring profitability and targeted gross margins – 40%

Instituted weekly cash flow forecast and related analysis to facilitate effective cash management and projections to ownership

Re-engineered the accounts analysis and reconciliation process with supporting balance sheet schedules to verify general ledger accuracy

Collaborated with outside vendors for capital expenditures, real estate PILOT audits, marketing strategies, tax assessments, leasing procurement, Insurance policies and reduction in utility costs thru pricing negotiation

Inaugurated monthly inventory count system for monthly financial statement presentation

Compiled and submitted annual budget as treasurer for Special Improvement District (SID)

Executed employee scheduling to reduce payroll by 10% annually and minimize overtime

FHFC Non Profit June 2007- November 2009

Private Golf Course- Belleville, NJ

Controller

Designed monthly financial statement module for departmental financial preparation

Reconfigured outdated accounting systems through training of staff and implementation with software company, thereby reducing staff 22%(one FTE)

Created annual budgets for department managers and utilized monthly meetings to educate on the importance of adherence to financial planning for profitability

Reduced Real Estate tax and negotiated mortgage refinancing with financial Institutions by 11% thru fixed cost analysis

Scrutinized departmental payroll and installed weekly payroll budgeting ensuring adherence to scheduling

Prepared annual balance sheets and fixed asset modules for reduction of outside accounting firm costs

Reduced current insurance policies by 21% through broker negotiation comparison

Launched human resource education via participation in outside venues- State of NJ HR guidelines

SMP Investments June 2003-June 2007

Fitness Club Ownership- Wayne, NJ

Accounting Manager

Performed monthly financial statement analysis and spreadsheet presentation for variances for ownership

Realigned staffing to maximize efficiency and reduce payroll through departmental cross training by 11.5% annually

Conducted outside vendor negotiations for capital expenditures and leasing procurement obtaining optimal interest rates

Provided balance sheet analysis thru computerization of accounting software

Installed fixed asset modules for depreciation and capital expenditure to ensure annual costing for tax returns presentation

Designed companywide SOP handbook for departmental conformity

Village of Tequesta Non Profit Jan 2001- Jan 2003

Governmental Facility- Tequesta, FL

Accounting Manager/Assistant CFO

Hired as temp and rapidly progressed to Accounting manager thru work ethic

Implemented month end schedules for month end presentation to city council

Increased knowledge of governmental accounting thru attendance of state seminars

Expanded staffing responsibilities by reduction of over staffing. Ensured coverage via cross training

Compiled annual schedules for annual state certification-CAFR reports- 100% compliance for 3 years

Initiated capital expenditure analysis by conducting outside department inspections

Reduced water department staffing by 25% upon installing computerized meter scanning procedures

Technical Skills

Expert: QuickBooks, Sage 100, MAS 90, Microsoft Outlook, Balance Point Payroll System, MS Excel

Proficient: MS Word, Great Plains, Jonas, SMS, ADP Payroll System, Micros Retail Software, Paylinx - Paychex Payroll System, Content Central Scanning Software

Knowledgeable: AS 400, Fund Balance Governmental Software, Oracle-Discover/GL, Achieve

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